The in-ground skatepark at Russian Jack Springs Park is a popular park asset.
Project Summary: Jason and Kelly Borgstede, owners of the South Anchorage’s Blue & Gold Board Shop, are raising funds for major improvements to Taku Lake Skatepark. Located just off the Campbell Creek trail, the skatepark is already a much-loved asset by the skater community. However, the equipment at the park is in need of an update and there’s potential for Taku to become a destination skatepark for skaters across Anchorage.
The current skatepark at Taku Lake Park.
With the addition of other funding sources, the park will be transformed into a 5-8,000 ft concrete skatepark at the same site as the current equipment.
Revamping the Taku skatepark will provide a number of benefits to the skateboard community, the youth of anchorage, and the greater community in general. The proposed skatepark will provide a safe environment to recreate while promoting healthy activity.
Potential design for the new skatepark.
The Challenge Grantees have already secured a $10,000 grant from the Tony Hawk Foundation, as well as support from band members of Portugal. The Man. Check out the video below!
Community Challenge: Raise $40,000 in cash, volunteer labor, and in-kind donations.
Project Contact: Jason Borgstede
The skatepark challenge grant is part of a larger project to revitalize Taku Lake Park. Learn more about the full vision here.
